Wellness Nurse (LPN) Full-Time
About The Position
The Wellness Nurse is a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) who provides direct nursing care to residents, with an emphasis on holistic wellness. Led by the community’s Health and Wellness Director (RN), the nurse also helps supervise the day-to-day nursing activities performed by Certified Nursing Assistants. This is a full-time position scheduled for at least 30 hours per week, with shifts from 3 p.m. to 11 p.m. or 11 p.m. to 7 a.m. The stated hourly salary range is $34.00–$36.00. The role requires frequent standing, walking, sitting, use of fine and gross motor skills, reaching, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, talking, hearing, and smelling. The associate may need to lift or carry up to 50 pounds, including intermittently lifting and supporting residents, and must use proper body mechanics.
Requirements
- Graduation from an accredited School of Nursing and a current LPN license.
- Experience working with residents with Alzheimer’s disease or other related dementias.
- Ability to handle multiple tasks.
- Knowledge of federal and state regulations and of nursing practices, techniques, and methods applied to resident health and wellness.
- Proficiency in computer skills, including Microsoft Office (Windows, Outlook, and Excel), and ability to learn new applications.
- Ability to perform the described physical activities and lift or carry up to 50 pounds; proper body mechanics are required.
Nice To Haves
- At least two years of experience in long-term care, assisted living, home health, or a hospital setting is preferred.
Responsibilities
- Monitor the health, safety, and well-being of all residents.
- Assist with training and monitoring medication administration.
- Supervise care staff in accordance with current state regulations and community policies.
- Maintain clinical quality assurance in accordance with federal, state, and local standards.
- Promote the highest degree of service to residents while demonstrating the company’s mission.
- Conduct thorough resident assessments.
Benefits
- Medical/Rx, dental, and vision insurance.
- Life insurance/AD&D and short- and long-term disability benefits.
- FSA for commuter/parking expenses.
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
- 401(k) retirement plan with company match.
- Paid time off and holidays.
- Tuition reimbursement.
- Employee referral bonus.
- Resident referral bonus.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
Associate degree
